Scheme workers to stage All India protest rally on September 8
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, September 05 2018:
All India Trade Union Congress is all set to organise an All India protest on September 8, demanding minimum wage, social security and pension schemes of scheme workers.
This was informed by representatives of Anganwadi Workers and Helper Union, Manipur, All Manipur ASHA Workers Union and Mid-Day Meal Workers' Union at Press Club Wednesday.
Speaking to media persons, K Sarla of Anganwadi Workers and Helpers Union, Manipur said that the union in accordance with the demand and protest of the All Indian Trade Union which started from January 17, had submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister demanding minimum wage of Rs 18,000 per month, pension scheme (Rs 3,000 per month) for the scheme workers.
"Despite assurances that there will be a verification first, the State Government has failed to take up any positive step towards our demands," she said.
"What we want is social security and recognition for our works," she said and continued that the Government has overlooked the roles of the scheme workers in implementation of its major schemes/projects.
ASHA workers and Anganwadi workers have been playing major roles in implementation of various health schemes of the Centre and State Government, she said.
Stating that schemes workers will stage protest rallies at their respective States as a part of the All India movement of the scheme workers, she appealed people in the State to lend support in their demand for due recognition.